McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, a leading academic health center, invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), non-tenure clinical track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Rheumatology .

The selected candidate will contribute to the department's mission of excellence in educating health science professionals and delivering high-quality clinical care. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the candidate will actively participate in the education of medical students, residents, and fellows.

Position Key Accountabilities:

The faculty of Internal Medicine - Rheumatology contributes to direct outpatient and inpatient clinical care, along with teaching, and assisting in research efforts.

• Developing and sustaining an environment in the patient care units that supports excellence and innovation in clinical practice and patient care through assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and standards that support positive patient care outcomes, including excellent risk-adjusted outcomes.
• Provides formal lectures and hands-on mentorship to medical students, residents, and fellows in both outpatient and inpatient clinical settings.
• Providing coaching, mentoring, support, and consultation to clinical staff, other physicians, research personnel, and colleagues, as needed.
• Serving as a role model in professional behavior and skills, problem-solving ability, and interpersonal skills.
• Delegating authority and accountability to clinical & nursing staff for clinical practice and patient care decisions that are consistent with professional standards, regulatory agencies, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with UTHealth Houston, hospital administration, and physicians to identify future opportunities.
• Maintaining an ongoing departmental Quality Improvement Plan and process consistent with the organizational Quality Management Plan; maintaining unit-specific standards, policies, and procedures that guide and support the provision of care and services; continuously assessing and improving performance while enhancing service.
• Participating in and/or chairing committees, work groups, and meetings as appropriate.
• Following up to ensure that complaints have been satisfactorily handled. Collaborating to maintain a focus on providing excellent clinical services.

Qualifications:

• Texas Medical License or be eligible for a Texas Faculty Temporary License.
• ABIM for Internal Medicine

Preferred applicants will possess Board Certification in Rheumatology and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong potential for a leadership role within the department.

Qualified applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence, discovery, and service, have the potential to be outstanding in their field of expertise, and share an interest in fulfilling the common goals of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston.